Applications for connection to the water distribution system
shall be made, in writing, on a form provided by the borough for this
purpose and signed by the owner of the property for which connection
is being applied for.
Service connections from the curbline to the building, including
the cost of the meter, shall be installed at the expense of the customer,
subject to inspection by the Water Department Superintendent. Pipe
shall be copper Type K or such other as may be fixed by resolution
of the Mayor and Council and shall be installed at least 48 inches
below the surface of the ground.
A stop- and waste cock shall be installed in such a manner as
to shut off and drain water from the pipes and meter within the premises
of the customer. This cock is to be within one foot of the point where
the service pipe enters, enabling the occupants to turn off the water
in case of leaks and to drain the pipes to prevent freezing.
[Amended 3-12-2014 by Ord. No. 14-05-716]
All leaks in the service pipes and fixtures in and upon the
premises supplied beyond the curbline must be promptly repaired by
the owner or occupant. On failure to make such repairs within 10 days
after written notification, the Borough, upon three days' notice,
may turn off the water from the premises and the water will not be
turned on again until all necessary repairs are made and all bills,
including a turn-on charge of $50 are paid.
The Superintendent shall arrange for and supervise all new installations from the water main to the curbline, including the curb stop. The fee for this service is indicated in §
169-14.